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Curly Vates kale

vegetable variety in zone 3a

Curly Vates kale in zone 3a

Curly Vates · Brassica oleracea var. acephala

Zone
3a -40°F to -35°F
Growing season
90 days
Days to harvest
50 to 75

The verdict

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About Curly Vates

Strong, slightly bitter, the classic curly-leaf kale; deep frilled leaves. Soups, smoothies, kale chips, sautes. Very cold-hardy, holds through hard freezes.

Critical timing for zone 3a

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Common challenges in zone 3a

  • ▸ Very short growing season
  • ▸ Late spring frosts
  • ▸ Limited fruit-tree options
  • ▸ Heavy mulching required

Modified care for zone 3a

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Curly Vates in adjacent zones

Other kale varieties for zone 3a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Curly Vates kale grow in zone 3a?

Yes. Curly Vates is recommended for USDA zones 3a through 7b, which includes zone 3a.

Image: "Brassica oleracea var. acephala Redbor 0zz", by Photo by David J. Stang, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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